Concerns over lack of police inquiries

policing properly I cannot see an improvement.

“The (Dispatches) programme highlighted the growing frustration from the public.

“The question must be: ‘Are the public crying wolf Prime Minister?’ I would say not.

“I would ask the public to contact their local MPs and discuss the issues and please don’t point the finger at front line officers who are struggling to keep their heads above the water.”

Examiner readers have also had their say on the issue.

Some were sympathetic with the police but others said they were ignoring crimes which they ought to be investigating fully.

One reader suggested that vigilantes would take the place of police if criminals were not dealt with.

Carrie Broadhead, commenting on Facebook, said: “What do people expect when they have so many cuts to funding and less police on the ground?”

Charlie Brookes agreed, saying: “Too many cuts, not enough police.”

West Yorkshire Police assistant chief constable Tim Kingsman said: “West Yorkshire Police treats all reports of crime very seriously.

“Every crime reported is investigated. It must be stressed that all crime gets a primary investigation either by a police officer attending in person, or over the telephone by trained officers or police staff.

“However, like every other force we have limited resources, an increasing demand for our services and more complex challenges to deal with.

“We have to focus our efforts appropriately to ensure we are both effective and efficient.”